Sky blue, also known as sky blue, is a bright, clear shade that evokes the colour of the sky on a clear, cloudless day. It is most often associated with a sense of calm, peace and infinite space. The psychological effects of sky blue include a sense of calm, serenity and relaxation. For this reason, it is often used in interiors, especially those that are designed for rest and relaxation, such as bedrooms and bathrooms.
Sky blue is also interpreted in different cultural ways. In many cultures it is a colour of trust and loyalty, while in others it symbolises mental clarity and spiritual enlightenment. In art and fashion, sky blue often has a refreshing, youthful effect, and is therefore a popular colour for spring and summer collections. Some technology companies are also choosing sky blue as part of their brand identity in order to convey a sense of reliability and modernity to consumers.
RGB and HEX colour codes for the colour sky blue
RGB values for sky blue colour: (135, 206, 235) and HEX code: #87CEEB
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Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
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Hex |
#87CEEB |
RGB |
rgb(135, 206, 235) |
HSL |
hsl(197, 71%, 73%) |
HSV/HSB |
hsv(197°, 42%, 92%) |
CMYK |
cmyk(43%, 12%, 0%, 8%) |
Contrasting colour |
#EB8F87 |
Complementary colour |
#ED6326 |
Dark and light shades of blue
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of blue
Sky blue is a calming, cool colour that is easy to combine with other colours. Here are some colour palettes that include sky blue and its variations, including lighter and darker shades.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
what is the colour of sky blue?
Sky blue is a light shade of blue that evokes the clear, cloudless sky. This colour often has a cool and calming effect and its hexadecimal code is #87CEEB.
What is the colour of sky blue?
The colour of sky blue depends on the way sunlight is scattered in the Earth's atmosphere. Because of a phenomenon called Rayleigh scattering, the blue light in sunlight has a shorter wavelength and scatters more than other colours, which is why we see the sky as blue. The shade of blue in the sky can vary because the size and concentration of particles in the atmosphere, as well as the time of day and the angle of observation, affect the amount of scattering.
How is sky blue colour mixing possible?
The sky blue colour can be obtained by mixing the base colours in the right proportions. Two main colours are usually used to achieve sky blue: blue and white. To mix properly, use more blue paint and slowly add white paint until you achieve the desired shade. You can control the lightness and tone of sky blue by the amount of white paint you add to the mixture.